Germany eliminated from World Cup after penalties against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 12:57 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Germany's national soccer team was eliminated from the World Cup on June 30 after a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, following a 1-1 draw in regulation. Chancellor Friedrich Merz acknowledged the team's efforts, stating that they inspired the country despite the elimination. This marked Germany's third consecutive early exit from the tournament. In previous World Cups in 2018 and 2022, they did not advance past the group stage.
- •Germany lost 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw
- •Chancellor Merz praised the team's dedication and spirit
- •This is Germany's third straight early World Cup elimination
- •They last reached the knockout stage in 2014
- 12:57 AMYahoo Sports — Chancellor Merz: Germany inspired our country despite World Cup exit
"German Chancellor Friedrich Merz offered words of encouragement to the Germany national team after a third early World Cup elimination in a row on Monday. "Even though the elimination hurts: What a game," Merz wrote on X.
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